The Focus Minute
Latest Episodes
Toxic Productivity?
Huh. What the heck is "toxic productivity" and how does it relate to the tips/principles we've discussed in prior episodes? Find out in today's episode!
The Four Laws of Behavior Change
What's the secret to building and maintaining good habits? In today's episode, Mike reviews the Four Laws of Behavior Change as explained in the book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. It's a phenomenal book folks, check it out at https://jamescl
Determining the value of your time
Is it worth your time to constantly deal with a printer paper jam? What about a really slow computer? In today's episode, Mike walks through some simple formulas for quantifying the value of your time during the work day. Special thanks
Quick Tasks
There's large time-consuming tasks... and then there's things that can be completed in an instant. What about the stuff in between? In today's podcast, Mike discusses "quick tasks" and the best times to work on them.
Measuring and assigning value to tasks
What happens if we quantify the amount of time we have in the day and measure the value of the tasks we're spending time on? Today we'll talk through this thought exercise.
Sleep
Sleep. We know we need to get more of it, but why? And how specifically does it help with productivity? Find out as we as we scratch the surface of this area thanks to noted author Eric Barker.
Gamification
Can you be more productive by treating everyday tasks like a game? Maybe. In this episode, Mike introduces the topic of gamification including its common framework.
Nightly Routines
Want to start your day off right? Prepare for it the night before! In this episode, we'll talk about the value of preparing for your next day and establishing routines for effective streamlining and automation.
Learning Tips
In today's episode, we'll explore four tips for learning information more effectively and efficiently. For more information on this topic, check out Barbara Oakley's free coursera course "Learning How to Learn".
Five Steps of the GTD Methodology
Wondering where to start when it comes to productivity? Check out David Allen's book "Getting Things Done". In today's episode, Mike review the five steps of the GTD Methodology.